Flying from Chicago to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are Chicago's main airports.
Halifax Stanfield International Airport is located in Halifax. The city operates in the UTC-3 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of Chicago.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Chicago to YHZ.
If you're travelling during a popular month like August, get to the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Chicago to YHZ. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
ORD is roughly 40 kilometres from central Chicago. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Need a handy hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Halifax Stanfield International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 21 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to YHZ:
About Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near YHZ instead:
Getting from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to central Halifax
Halifax Stanfield International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Halifax. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 29 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 9 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Halifax Stanfield International Airport is 119 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 283 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from Chicago to YHZ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Chicago to Halifax Stanfield International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Chicago to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. August is the most popular month for a trip to Halifax. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Chicago to YHZ, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Halifax, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 23ºC.
Visit in February if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -11ºC and 4ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Chicago to Halifax Stanfield International Airport.
More about Halifax
Start your Halifax trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Halifax Stanfield International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada and Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Halifax must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Halifax Public Gardens.
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